Bee swarm delays Delta flight in Cancun before quick fix

A Delta Air Lines flight was delayed on Thursday in Cancun, on Mexico’s eastern coast, after a swarm of bees settled on the wing of the aircraft. The unusual scene was captured by a passenger and circulated on social media.

According to the report, the problem was resolved quickly using an especially creative solution, allowing the situation to be cleared without a prolonged delay. The article does not say exactly what the method was, only that it worked fast.

The incident happened at Cancun airport and was described as a notable aviation mishap rather than a serious safety event. The social media footage showed the bees clustered on the plane’s wing before the issue was handled.